From Tariffs to Tech: Richard Barkham on What’s Ahead for the U.S. and Global Economy
About this episode
Jennifer interviews Richard Barkham about the future of the U.S. and global economies, discussing various economic factors and trends.
In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Richard Barkham , former Global Chief Economist at CBRE, for a wide-ranging discussion on the state of the global and U.S. economies heading into 2026. Fresh off the ANREV Conference in Singapore, Richard shares insights on investor sentiment across Asia and how regional trends connect to global capital flows. The conversation dives deep into the U.S. outlook—covering the surprising resilience of 2025, the ripple effects of tariffs, the role of AI-driven growth, and the potential risks tied to fiscal policy and market corrections. From manufacturing shifts and consumer strength to Fed strategy and long-term interest rate expectations, this episode offers a grounded yet forward-looking view of what may shape real estate and the broader economy in the year ahead. Music is Happy G by Mr Smith from the Free Music Archive, CC BY.
People in this episode
Host: Jennifer
Guest: Richard Barkham
Topics covered
- global economy
- U.S. economy
- investor sentiment
- tariffs
- AI-driven growth
- fiscal policy
- real estate
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: CBRE, ANREV
Places: U.S., Asia
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